A Marvelous Mess Party and Etsy Additions

Howdy Folks!!!

Before the party starts, I wanted to show you my latest in Etsy additions to the Marvelously Messy shop:

Who know's what I'll make next? (I usually find out at about 2:30 in the morning) 

Now, my fave from last weeks party is.....

Watercolor Doilies from The Elephant of Surprise. (Loving that blogs name too!!)

On to the party:

A Marvelous Mess Party and Plastic Suncatchers

Don't Forget To Join My Latest Marvelous Mess Party!!!!!
Howdy and thanks for joining me for my latest Marvelous Mess Party!!!!!

Here is what I've been working on recently....

Plastic Suncatchers made from pony beads and random plastic necklace pieces!!!

To do these, you need:

Pony Beads

Jewelry Wire

Pliers

Drill

Sea Glass

Pie Pans 

Muffin Tins

~Take you pony beads and organize them in an old (and not to be used again) muffin tin or aluminum pie tin. 

~Put them in the oven at 450 degrees and watch them very closely, they melt fast and they are a hazard..... both by fumes (open all the windows and do this craft when the kids are out of the house!!!!!) and because they are flammable. As soon as the plastic has melted, pull out the tins and place them outside to cool, on the driveway where they won't burn anything. 

~Once cool, they should pop right out of the tin.

~Using the smallest drill bit you have, drill holes into the plastic where you'd like to connect it to other beads, sea glass, etc. Connect a line of muffin sized suncatchers using the wire and pliers to twist it into shape, use a pie size and a muffin size tin with some sea glass in between......the options are endless!!!!!

And, they are lovely.

Just remember.........the fumes are *terrible* for you and your kids.........open the windows and get everyone outside while they melt and wait until the house airs out!!!!!

Not to freak you out, but seriously man. 

I shared this craft at the following parties (and all those listed at my parties tab):

Now.....

My favorite post from last week.........

These Watermelon Stars from Nap Time Creations!!!!!!!

Super cute. 

Thanks to all of you for linking up!!

Now, on to the party!!!!!

 

Easy Patriotic Craft For Kids

This is a simple craft for the 4th of July for Kids.

Just paint some rocks white and let them dry....

Use some blue and red permanent markers....

use lots of stars and there you have it

Independence Day decor!!!!!

Just put some mod podge on it and you can have them outside if you want. You can use them on the tablecloth to help hold it down if it's breezy!!!

You can find this post at any of the blogs on my Parties Tab above!!!!!

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A Marvelous Mess Party!

Thanks for joining me this Sunday night!!!! I am really looking forward to the 4th (if there is a change in a weather). Right now, we've got flash flood warnings and thunder booming in the distance.

I hope you all have a safe and happy Independence Day!!!!!

Here is my fave from last week:

Modern Mini from Windsor and Maine.

Fitting for the 4th don't you think?

Now, on to the party!!!!

Winner of Shabby Apple Giveaway!!!!!

The Shabby Apple Ballerina Dress Giveaway winner is......

Somebody new! The first winner never got back in contact with me (and didn't leave their email address) so I've had to choose someone new!!!!

Henria O.

Congrats!!!!!!

Please email me your shipping information at marvelouslymessy@gmail.com

Thanks to all of you for entering!!!!

Painted Rocks Inspired By Pinterest

It's a rainy day in Maine. Boredom is looming..... let's paint!!!! I was inspired by (and practically copied) some images I found on Pinterest. Image hiding these rocks throughout your flower gardens. A little mod-podge and they are rain-proof.

I collect nice shaped rocks from beaches we visit (and there are a lot) here in Maine. There are tons of fantastic rock artists out there. The pin that inspired me came from an artist named Ernestina Gallina:

Check out my Painted Rocks board on Pinterest for more ideas on what you can do with those pretty rocks you find:
Painted Rocks

You can find this post shared at all of the parties listed under the Parties tab above!!!!!

Shabby Apple Giveaway and Party!!!!!

Okay folks, I have got a great giveaway for this weeks party.....

This is called Ballerina from Shabby Apple. So super cute, eh?? It'd be great for a summer wedding. 

I love the trendy style of the vintage clothing at Shabby Apple. Those dresses in particular have the look of movie stars from a long time ago. 

So, they're letting me give one away!!! Yay!!

Here's the deal to win this dress:

Giveaway Ends June 28th at 11:59pm

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Now, on to the party:

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Summer Skin Safety and Marvelous Mess Party!!!!

I just wanted to remind all of you of the dangers of too much sun this summer.....

Don't forget, stay covered up, especially during the hottest hours of the day. Use sunscreen (not chemical!!! Use a titanium dioxide brand) and dress in UV protective clothing. You can burn even on a cloudy day. 

Skin cancer is a disease that mostly effects young people.

Don't use tanning booths.

Don't try to bronze yourself outside.

Check your body once a month and keep track of what your moles look like, if you notice any changes GO TO YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY. 

Here are some images from the David Cornfield Melanoma Fund:

How to detect melanoma:

How to check for melanoma:

On the site they also have blank body charts that you can fill out to keep track:

Woman

Man

Checking could *save your life*. Take the time and just do it!! Please be safe this summer and especially keep your children from sunburning!!!!!

Now, my favorite post from last week was.....

Faux Finished Piano from Enchanted beginnings

Love it!!!

Now, on to the party!!!!

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Farm to Fork and Repeal the Monsanto Protection Act!!!!!

This infographic is so full of some incredibly important information about how we get our food and what is *in it*. Please take the time to read and share. Also, I'd love it if you'd consider signing this petition to repeal the Protect Monsanto act that was so underhandedly snuck by the general public and put into law:

Repeal Monsanto Protection ACT!!!

The Monsanto Protection Act allows agri-businesses like Monsanto to sell genetically modified franken-seeds *even when federal courts have blocked them from doing so*. Please. Sign the Petition!!!!!


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Great Deals On Vistaprint Products

Vistaprint is at it again!! Right now you can find Great deals on Vistaprint products. There is an especially good deal going on right now:

50% off  and Free Shipping!!!!!

Haven't ever heard of Vistaprint? I'm surprised to hear it, these guys are big players on these interwebs. :-) Here's the deal: Vistaprint offers such a variety products is almost hard to describe. The basic intent behind the site is provide businesses with an aesthetically pleasing and professional look while at the same time not overstretching thier budget. 

Here are some examples:

Brochures

 Pamphlets

 Totes

 iPhone Covers

And, so much more. Really. You wouldn't believe the amount of products they have for sale. 

But, don't take my word for it, check it out for yourself. 

I know if I had a small business, I would take up this great opportunity. With all the craft fairs I'm planning on doing, I know the business cards and smaller promotional items would truly come in handy. 

Take my advice and give Vistaprint a try!!

Newcastle Publick House and Marvelous Mess Party

Took a trip to the Newcastle on Saturday and spent some time at the Newcastle Publick House as well as a visit to the Alewives Festival. Since I've got to get this party started, I'll Just show you some quick pictures of my trip to the Publick house.........and I'll tell you right off, this place to get awesome (mostly locally farmed) food and a great atmosphere!!!!!

There is this lovely mural done by a local artist that surrounds the walls of the second dining room, great used of muted colors.....and it's a mural of the area. 

There were some canoeist who'd just jumped off the river, either they ran the Sheepscot, which is my bet......it is awesome small whitewater after heavy rain, or they were out in Great Salt Way.

I'm definitely betting on the Sheepscot; they look like they were out for a real adventure. 

Some photo's of our food:

*Local* Oysters on the Half Shell (with Horseradish and Lemon)

With a refreshing Bug Lager from Liberal Cup Brewing Company.

Pulled Pork Nachos and an Extra Hoppy Session Ale from Oxbow Brewing. 

On special, they had fried avocado tacos with a blueberry salsa (with some sweet potato fries on the side.....

It was a fantastic meal. I definitely recommend giving the Newcastle Publick House a try if your in the midcoast Maine area!!!!!

Now, on to the party!!!!!!!!!!

My fave from last week is.....

Bandana Quilt from Creative Passage. What a great summery idea!!!!!